Great Plains Fire Science

Welcome to the Great Plains Fire Science Exchange. A knowledge exchange consortium.

To assist land managers and the fire community to make sound decisions based on the best possible information. Through this information sharing process we hope to strengthen collaboration within the fire community in the region. Those who produce fire science as well as those interested in applying the science are all welcome in the exchange. Researchers, managers, land owners, and practitioners who work in operations are all welcome.

07/29/2026

Mark your calendars for these 2026 Woody Encroachment Field Tours!

Check out our website for more information:
https://gpfirescience.org/?s=2026+woody+Encroachment+field+tours

07/28/2026

Welcome, Okmulgee County Cattlemen's Association PBA!

Be sure to check out their website!
🔗https://www.okmulgeecca.org/prescribed-burn-association/

07/26/2026

Woody plant encroachment is often an over looked threat to grasslands in the great plains. Check out this video to hear some alarming facts about woody encroachment and learn how prescribed fire can help protect the plains.

Check out the video to learn more:

Often Overlooked North America’s grasslands, one of the world’s most important and d...

Indigenous Cultural Fire: Myths & Facts — Indigenous Leadership Initiative

07/10/2026

Multiple fire fun facts for your Friday in this article! 🔥

'Indigenous fire knowledge remains strong.'

'Indigenous fire stewardship helps navigate climate change and restore forest health.'

Check out the article to see the common Indigenous Cultural Fire myths and the facts associated with them!

Indigenous Cultural Fire: Myths & Facts — Indigenous Leadership Initiative I have the honour of speaking about Indigenous fire stewardship in many settings. I often experience openness and interest, but I also encounter a lot of misconceptions about cultural fire. Here are a few facts to dispel those myths.